Meghan Markle has added another milestone to her post-royal career after earning her first-ever Daytime Emmy Award nomination for her Netflix lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan.
The Duchess of Sussex received a nomination in the Outstanding Lifestyle Program category at the 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, marking a significant achievement for the former Suits actress as she continues to build her media career outside the British royal family.
The winners are set to be announced on October 30, 2026, during a ceremony at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
The nomination places With Love, Meghan alongside other acclaimed lifestyle productions, including A Different Breed, George to the Rescue, The Motherhood, and The Wizard of Paws.
A Major Career Boost
The Emmy recognition comes as a welcome boost for Meghan, whose Netflix series sparked widespread debate when it debuted.
The show follows Meghan as she shares her passion for cooking, gardening, entertaining and home living while hosting celebrity friends and industry experts.
Among the notable guests featured on the series are Mindy Kaling, Chrissy Teigen, Tan France, Jay Shetty, and celebrity chef Roy Choi.
Prince Harry and Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, also make brief appearances during the series.
Following news of the nomination, Meghan celebrated the achievement on social media by congratulating the producers, crew and everyone who contributed to the production, describing the recognition as a proud moment for the entire team.
From Hollywood Actress to Lifestyle Host
Before joining the British royal family, Meghan built a successful acting career, best known for portraying Rachel Zane in the legal drama Suits between 2011 and 2018.
After marrying Prince Harry in 2018, she stepped away from acting and royal duties before the couple relocated to California, where they established Archewell Productions and signed a high-profile production deal with Netflix.
With Love, Meghan premiered in 2025 and later expanded with a second season and a holiday special as part of the couple’s content partnership with the streaming giant.
A Show That Divided Opinion
While the series attracted millions of viewers worldwide and quickly entered Netflix’s Top 10 in dozens of countries after its release, it also generated mixed reactions from critics.
Supporters praised the program for its relaxing atmosphere and focus on hospitality, home cooking and wellness.
However, some reviewers argued that the series felt overly polished and disconnected from everyday life, questioning its authenticity.
Despite the criticism, the show’s strong audience interest helped cement Meghan’s position in the lifestyle television space.
Recognition Beyond Royal Headlines
The Emmy nomination represents one of Meghan’s biggest professional achievements since stepping away from royal duties.
In recent years, public attention has often focused on her and Prince Harry’s relationship with the royal family, but the latest recognition shifts the spotlight back to her work as a producer and television host.
Whether With Love, Meghan ultimately takes home the Emmy remains to be seen, but the nomination alone signals that the series has earned recognition from television industry professionals despite the public debate surrounding it.
With the awards ceremony scheduled for October, all eyes will be on whether Meghan can secure her first Emmy victory and further strengthen her growing entertainment career.
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